Reality television star and winner of Big Brother Naija's 'Level Up' season, Josephine Ivie Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has forcefully addressed renewed speculation about her grand prize, stating clearly that she has received the ₦100 million reward.
Edited Clip Sparks Unwanted Controversy
The issue resurfaced earlier this week when a segment from one of her Twitch livestreams began circulating on social media. Many viewers who saw the edited clip concluded that Phyna was once again raising allegations that the show's organisers, MultiChoice, had not fully paid her the prize money she won in 2022.
However, Phyna has labelled the viral video as a product of "pure malice." During a subsequent livestream, the entertainer explained that her original comments were completely misrepresented. She was not discussing non-payment but was instead responding to persistent questions from social media users about her financial status years after her victory.
"They keep cutting my video. I never said I have not received my 100 million naira," Phyna stated emphatically. "I was only talking to people who asked me if the 100 million has finished."
Legal Trouble with MultiChoice Narrowly Avoided
The reality star revealed that the misleading clip nearly had severe consequences. According to her, the producers of BBNaija were displeased when the trending video suggested she was reigniting old claims of unpaid prizes.
Phyna disclosed that she had to act swiftly to prevent a major legal confrontation. She immediately reached out to the show's organisers to explain the situation and direct them to the full, unedited version of her livestream on Twitch. "I told them to watch the complete video. It was cut. People are doing it intentionally," she said, highlighting the deliberate nature of the misinformation.
A Stern Warning to Bloggers and Content Creators
Frustrated by the recurring issue of her content being manipulated, Phyna issued a firm warning to bloggers and social media pages that crop or edit her videos to push false narratives. She made it clear that she is prepared to take legal action to protect her reputation and avoid unnecessary disputes.
"Anybody who cuts my video to twist it—if it brings any problem, I will sue," she cautioned. This strong stance underscores her readiness to hold individuals accountable for content that could potentially land her in legal or reputational jeopardy.
The incident, which occurred in January 2026, serves as a reminder of how quickly edited social media clips can spiral into significant real-world problems, especially for public figures. Phyna's clarification aims to put the long-settled matter of her BBNaija prize money to rest, while also addressing the broader issue of media manipulation online.
